Tag Archives: Summer 2022

SupderDeck® Solid Color Exterior Stain

Rich color, durable protection and outstanding adhesion come together in one premium acrylic latex coating. Great for any projects from new decks to recoating, this stain and primer in one is fortified with an extreme bonding alkyd resin that primes and coats wood for beautiful color, exceptional adhesion and enduring protection. Continue reading SupderDeck® Solid Color Exterior Stain

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Elite® 3000 Electric Sealed Hydraulic Airless Sprayer

Titan’s Elite 3000 electric sealed hydraulic airless sprayer is packed with proven technologies that deliver a consistent finish with minimal maintenance and easy cleanup. The Elite® 3000 is the perfect sprayer for contractors that need the versatility to switch between a high rider direct immersion setup and low rider siphon model. Continue reading TITAN

White Lightning® – Optima™

White Lightning® – Optima is an interior and exterior premium hybrid sealant with exceptional adhesion and flexibility. It’s paintable and water-ready within 30 minutes and has excellent weather and UV resistance allowing it to be applied in extreme temperatures. It’s designed for both interior and exterior applications and is mold- and mildew-resistant when cured. Ideal for a variety of surfaces and substrates including aluminum, brick, ceramic tile, concrete, drywall, glass, marble, masonry, metal, plastics and vinyl siding. It’s available in white or clear, comes with a limited warranty, and is available at Sherwin-Williams stores nationwide.

Pouring into People: Emphasis on People over Profits Has Been Key to the Revitalization of M&E Painting

Loveland, Colorado-based M&E Painting was first profiled in the Summer 2013 issue of PPC magazine. We caught up with owner Matt Shoup for this 2nd installment of our Where Are They Now? series.
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Top New Tools for Pro Painters in 2022

In this article, we take our annual look at all the best new equipment and supplies available for pro painters. This year, that includes slip-resistant drop cloths, cutting-edge lift-assist ladder technology, higher-quality production tape, new and improved color matching tools and much more. Continue reading Top New Tools for Pro Painters in 2022

Project Solutions: The Colors of Cape May

In each issue of PPC, we go behind the scenes to interview pro painters about some of their most challenging projects. This time: Gerard Gallagher talks about his specialty – painting historic Victorian homes in the resort town of Cape May, New Jersey.
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The Nuts and Bolts of Making (and Losing) Money, from the PCA

This article by Chris Moore is the second in a new four-part series from PPC and the Painting Contractors Association (PCA) designed to help you understand and prepare for the challenges of business growth.
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Summer 2022 Editor’s Picks: Some of Our Favorite Tools to Help Increase Productivity

As part of our ongoing mission to help painting professionals maximize their jobsite productivity, each issue of PPC features a roundup of some of our favorite application tools and essential job site equipment and supplies. Here are our Summer 2022 issue picks:
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Expert Advice For Painting Contractors Faced With Fixing DIY Taping Mistakes

Good intentions don’t always yield the best results. And homeowners may not have the know-how or skills required to tackle some of the most basic prepping and painting tasks. When all else fails and a DIY project goes wrong, painting pros are called in to save the day. In this article, we’ve outlined three common DIY mistakes painting professionals encounter with solutions for how to fix them.
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